← Product Code [MBH](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/MBH) · K061521 # TRIATHLON METAL BACKED PATELLA (K061521) _Howmedica Osteonics Corp. · MBH · Aug 11, 2006 · Orthopedic · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/MBH/K061521 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Howmedica Osteonics Corp. - **Product Code:** [MBH](/submissions/OR/subpart-d%E2%80%94prosthetic-devices/MBH.md) - **Decision Date:** Aug 11, 2006 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Special - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 888.3565 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** Orthopedic - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Intended Use The metal backed patella is intended for patellar resurfacing to alleviate pain, instability and the restriction of motion. ## Device Story Triathlon Metal Backed Patella is a prosthetic component for total knee arthroplasty; designed for patellar resurfacing to alleviate pain and restore motion. Device features a porous-coated metal back with a preassembled polyethylene anterior surface; available in four sizes to fit resected patella. Used by orthopedic surgeons in clinical settings; intended for cementless fixation. Device provides a mechanical interface to replace damaged patellar surfaces; benefits patients by restoring joint function and reducing pain associated with degenerative or traumatic joint conditions. ## Clinical Evidence No clinical data provided; bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Metal-backed patellar component with porous-coated metal backing and preassembled polyethylene anterior surface. Designed for cementless fixation. Available in four sizes. Class II device under 21 CFR 888.3565. ## Regulatory Identification A knee joint patellofemorotibial metal/polymer porous-coated uncemented prosthesis is a device intended to be implanted to replace a knee joint. The device limits translation and rotation in one or more planes via the geometry of its articulating surfaces. It has no linkage across-the-joint. This generic type of device is designed to achieve biological fixation to bone without the use of bone cement. This identification includes fixed-bearing knee prostheses where the ultra high molecular weight polyethylene tibial bearing is rigidly secured to the metal tibial base plate. ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The special control is FDA's guidance: “Class II Special Controls Guidance Document: Knee Joint Patellofemorotibial and Femorotibial Metal/Polymer Porous-Coated Uncemented Prostheses; Guidance for Industry and FDA.” See § 888.1 for the availability of this guidance. ## Predicate Devices - Duracon metalbacked patella ([K032418](/device/K032418.md)) ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). 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We help companies design, build, and clear FDA-regulated software and AI/ML devices, including [a 510(k)](https://innolitics.com/services/510ks/), [a De Novo](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/), [a SaMD](https://innolitics.com/services/end-to-end-samd/), [an AI/ML medical device](https://innolitics.com/services/medical-imaging-ai-development/), or [an FDA regulatory strategy](https://innolitics.com/services/regulatory/). {0}------------------------------------------------ Kouszl (pg 1 of 2) AUG 1 1 2006 # 510(k) Summary of Safety and Effectiveness for the Triathlon® Metal Backed Patella Proprietary Name: Triathlon Metal Backed Patella Common Name: Classification Name and Reference Total Knee Joint Replacement Prosthesis Knee Joint; Patellofemorotibial; Metal/polymer; Porous-coated; Uncemented prosthesis 21 CFR §888.3565 Regulatory Class: Device Product Code: For Information contact: Class II 87 MBH - prosthesis, knee, patello/femorotibial, semi-constrained, uncemented, porous, coated, polymer/metal/polymer. Tiffani Rogers Regulatory Affairs Specialist Stryker Orthopaedics 325 Corporate Drive Mahwah, New Jersey 07432 Phone: (201) 831-5412 Fax: (201) 831-6038 E-Mail: Tiffani.Rogers@stryker.com Date Summary Prepared: June 1, 2006 #### Device Description The Triathlon® Metal Backed Patella is designed to offer patellar resurfacing when needed with the Duracon® or Triathlon® Total Knee Systems. The subject metal-backed patella is available in four sizes designed to fit the peripheral shape of the resected patella. The posterior surface of the patella features a porous coated metal back, with a preassembled polyethylene anterior surface. {1}------------------------------------------------ # Intended Use: The metal backed patella is intended for patellar resurfacing to alleviate pain, instability and the restriction of motion. ## Indications for Use • The Triathlon® Total Knee System components included in this submission are intended for use in total knee arthroplasty to relieve pain and restore knee functions for indications such as: - Noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis or . avascular necrosis; - Rheumatoid arthritis; . - Correction of functional deformity; . - Revision procedures where other treatments or devices have failed; . - Post traumatic loss of joint anatomy, particularly when there is patello-femoral erosion, . dysfunction or prior patellectomy; and, - Irreparable fracture of the knee. . These products are intended to achieve fixation without the use of bone cement. ## Substantial Equivalence: The metal-backed patella is substantially equivalent to Howmedica Osteonics' Duracon metalbacked patella cleared in K032418. Each device is similar in design, and has the same indications, intended use, and sterilization. {2}------------------------------------------------ DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Image /page/2/Picture/1 description: The image shows the logo for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The logo features a stylized eagle with three lines representing its body and wings. The eagle is positioned to the right of a circular emblem that contains the text "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES USA" around the perimeter. Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 AUG 1 1 2006 Howmedica Osteonics Corp. % Ms. Tiffani Rogers Regulatory Affairs Specialist 325 Corporate Drive Mahwah, New Jersey 07432 Re: K061521 Trade/Device Name: Triathlon® Metal Backed Patella Regulation Number: 21 CFR 888.3565 Regulation Name: Knee joint patellofemorotibial metal/polymer porous-coated uncemented prosthesis Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MBH Dated: June 1, 2006 Received: July 12, 2006 Dear Ms. Rogers: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device w f na re reviews and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce arior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic nat (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA {3}------------------------------------------------ # Page 2 - Ms. Tiffani Rogers finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market. If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please if you a the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0120. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (240) 276-3150 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html. Sincerely yours, Barbara Buchner Mark N. Melkerson Director Division of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {4}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/4/Picture/0 description: The image contains a handwritten number, which appears to be 1886152. The numbers are written in a cursive style, with some of the digits connected. The writing is dark and clear against a white background, making it easily readable. 510(k) Number (if known): Device Name: ## Indications for Use The Triathlon® Total Knee System components included in this submission are intended for use in total knee arthroplasty to relieve pain and restore knee functions for indications such as: - Noninflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis or . avascular necrosis; - Rheumatoid arthritis; . - Correction of functional deformity; . - . Revision procedures where other treatments or devices have failed; - Post traumatic loss of joint anatomy, particularly when there is patello-femoral erosion, . dysfunction or prior patellectomy; and, - Irreparable fracture of the knee. . These products are intended to achieve fixation without the use of bone cement. 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